Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $3,015 per week

First Connect Health
  • Omaha, NE
  • $3,015 Per Week
1 day ago

Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Telemetry
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/19/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Medical Surgical / Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)

 

Position: Medical Surgical / Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)
Unit/Floors: 7 West / 7 East / 5 East
Level of Care: Medical-Surgical with Telemetry
Total Beds: 60
Patient Population: Primarily Adult
EMR: Epic
IV Pumps: Alaris
Scrub Color: Navy Blue
Shift: 12-Hour Shifts
Day: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Night: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
Weekend: Every Other Weekend
Offer Type: Auto Offer

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to join a 60-bed adult medical-surgical unit with telemetry monitoring.

The unit primarily cares for adult patients, with only a very small pediatric population—approximately 1–5 pediatric patients per year. Pediatric experience is not required.

The ideal candidate will be a positive, team-oriented RN who demonstrates compassion, professionalism, and respect for patients and fellow team members.

Patient Population

Common diagnoses and patient types include:

  • Post-surgical patients
  • Diabetes
  • Heart failure (HF)
  • Hypertension (HTN)
  • General medical conditions
  • Weakness/deconditioning
  • Oncology/cancer patients
  • Telemetry patients

RN-to-Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:5

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Medical-Surgical nursing experience
  • Telemetry experience preferred
  • Strong assessment and patient-care skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Positive and professional attitude
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Willingness to care for a diverse patient population
  • Pediatric experience is not required

Schedule

Day Shift: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Night Shift: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM

  • 12-hour shifts
  • Every other weekend required
  • Schedule based on unit needs

Floating Requirements

Travelers may be required to float to other appropriate units based on operational needs, including:

  • 6 East
  • Acute Rehabilitation Unit
  • Geriatric Psychiatric Unit

Candidates should be flexible and willing to float while caring for patients within their competency and scope of practice.

Equipment & Technology

  • EMR: Epic
  • IV Pumps: Alaris
  • Medical-surgical telemetry monitoring

Orientation & Required Exam

During orientation, RNs must complete a pass/fail exam on Friday covering skills learned during orientation.

  • Exam is open book
  • All necessary resources are provided
  • 90% minimum score required to pass
  • Failure to achieve the required score may result in contract termination

Assignment Policies

50-Mile Radius Rule

  • A 50-mile radius rule applies.
  • A driver's license is required at submission and will be used to determine whether the candidate is outside the 50-mile radius.
  • Candidates may not be full-time, part-time, or PRN employees with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity.

Fingernail Policy

  • Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient-care departments.
  • Candidates must comply with the facility's fingernail policy.
  • Refusal to remove prohibited artificial nails may result in contract termination.

Unit Culture & Candidate Expectations

The facility is seeking candidates who demonstrate:

  • A positive mindset
  • Strong teamwork
  • A good attitude
  • Respect for colleagues and patients
  • Appreciation for the contributions of other team members
  • Compassionate, patient-centered care
  • Flexibility in a diverse clinical environment

The unit serves a diverse patient population, including significant African American and Korean-speaking communities. Cultural awareness, respect, and effective communication are highly valued.

Why This Assignment

  • Auto Offer opportunity
  • 60-bed Medical-Surgical/Telemetry environment
  • Primarily adult patient population
  • 1:5 RN-to-patient ratio
  • Epic EMR
  • Alaris IV pumps
  • 12-hour day and night shifts
  • Every other weekend
  • Strong team-oriented unit culture
  • Pediatric experience not required

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About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Numbers & Facts

LocationOmaha, NE

Skills

  • Acute Careunmatched
  • Cancerunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Congestive Heart Failureunmatched
  • Diabetesunmatched
  • Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Epic Systemsunmatched
  • Geriatricsunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Medical Conditionsunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Oncologyunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Pediatricsunmatched
  • Psychiatry and Mental Healthunmatched
  • Pumpsunmatched
  • Quality of Careunmatched
  • Recruiting/Staffing Agencyunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Standards of Careunmatched
  • Surgical Nursingunmatched
  • Surgical Proceduresunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Telemetryunmatched
  • Telemetry Nursingunmatched
  • The Joint Commission (TJC)unmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Treatment Evaluationunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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